1980 GS1000S Progress!!

[nvr2old]

Maybe the next project we can come up with a satin option! It reminds me of the 2010 or 2011 Harley XR 1200, they have a satin white option.

A satin clear would make it do-able. You just can't wax it or rub on it too hard, otherwise it'll shine that area slightly, making it look inconsistent..but I do like the look. Here's mine with the Suzuki and Yoshimura decals.



This is after I replaced the decals with the painted graphics..mmmm..looks good in satin.

[Frank Z.]

I think what I found strange was the fact that each fairing was damaged on the same side. Seems none of them have flopped over onto the left side. Always the right side..maybe something to do with the side stand on the other side preventing it...

Could be that typical riders have more trouble with right hand turns (myself included), as throttle is in the "downhill" awkward position... resulting in more right side crashes???

[nvr2old]

Could be that typical riders have more trouble with right hand turns (myself included), as throttle is in the "downhill" awkward position... resulting in more right side crashes???

That's a good point. I'm faster through left-handers as well. These all looked sorta like "driveway mishaps"... I hate that. Like when you're on the left side pushing it backwards..(with the side stand down..arrggh)..it hits, it pogos the bike to the right and then you pretending you're going to be able to hold it up once it starts to go..nooooooooo ..clunk..craaap.

[Vmass]

That's a good point. I'm faster through left-handers as well. These all looked sorta like "driveway mishaps"... I hate that. Like when you're on the left side pushing it backwards..(with the side stand down..arrggh)..it hits, it pogos the bike to the right and then you pretending you're going to be able to hold it up once it starts to go..nooooooooo ..clunk..craaap.

I can't tell you how those scratches on the fairing got there. I haven't seen any other damage that would indicate a crash/drop. I thought it might have been a garage scrape of some sort.

The good news..... It doesn't matter now

[nvr2old]

I've had what I described..happen. That's how I know about that particular swift move.. It sucks, but it happens. Things get scuffed..

I just got the blue painted, Rich. Should be able to get a few clear coats on before wrapping up today.

[Vmass]

I've had what I described..happen. That's how I know about that particular swift move.. It sucks, but it happens. Things get scuffed..

I just got the blue painted, Rich. Should be able to get a few clear coats on before wrapping up today.

That's awesome!!

If you have time, show us!!!!!

[nvr2old]

I'll probably wait till tomorrow for those pics. I want to spend as little time as possible in there when they're wet. I can tell you they look really nice. You'll definitely be getting an early Xmas present this year, young man..ho ho hoooo!!

[jwhelan65]

Watching close with popcorn...

[Vmass]

I'll probably wait till tomorrow for those pics. I want to spend as little time as possible in there when they're wet. I can tell you they look really nice. You'll definitely be getting an early Xmas present this year, young man..ho ho hoooo!!

I agree Larry, get outta there and let it dry. I don't need to see the pictures until 4 a.m. tomorrow.

If I have the newly paint parts by Christmas, I may try to convince my wife that I did it all for her, what do you think?

[Vmass]

NOS Rear Caliper- Rebuilt Front Master Cylinder Comparison

Here are a couple of pics of an NOS rear caliper and a front master cylinder I just rebuilt.

I painted the front MC with Duplicolor Low Gloss Black DE1634 Engine paint 500 degree.

I think the color and finish are dead on. I know I may have to touch up if I get fluid on it, but it looks really good!!

[nvr2old]

The calipers look great. I really like the Duplicolor low gloss black. It looks very factory-like but as mentioned will disintegrate with brake fluid spilled on it, though. I repainted mine after bleeding them, but put up with it because it looks so correct.

You'll definately have your parts back before Xmas, Rich. I can't think of a more thoughtful gift for your wife..and I'm sure she'll agree.... I'll get out to the shop in a little while and get you some pics of the parts in their first clear coats.

[nvr2old]

First round of clear coats. Decals tomorrow, more clear Tuesday.

[Vmass]

WOW!!! Looking awesome.....

Did you sand the paint prior to applying the clear and do you need to sand in between clear coats?

Thanks for the update!

[nvr2old]

WOW!!! Looking awesome.....

Did you sand the paint prior to applying the clear and do you need to sand in between clear coats?

Thanks for the update!

Thanks, glad you're happy with the progress. As long as you get clear on the base coats within a 24 hr. period, no sanding needed. And, yes, I'll sand the clear smooth tomorrow before adding the decals, clear, sand smooth, clear again, and then the final sanding before polishing. Lots of work still to do, but the finish line is in sight at this point.

[Vmass]

Thanks, glad you're happy with the progress. As long as you get clear on the base coats within a 24 hr. period, no sanding needed. And, yes, I'll sand the clear smooth tomorrow before adding the decals, clear, sand smooth, clear again, and then the final sanding before polishing. Lots of work still to do, but the finish line is in sight at this point.

Very interesting..... So the sheen is not from the paint at all?

I always assumed the shine was from both the paint and the clear coat.

But, it is actually the clear that brings it to life. Not sure why, but I always thought the clear was just there for protective purposes.

Thanks again Larry